Education Assistant - Mainstream

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 27th July 2024 from 1 PM to 11 PM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionBannister Creek Primary SchoolEducation Assistant - MainstreamPool Ref IPS/SS837738Level 1/2, $30.75 - $35.05 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS837738Appointment PoolBannister Creek Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2025.As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will assist in the delivery of planned education programs, under teacher direction. Suitable applicants will ideally possess good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You should be organised and able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment, while working collaboratively in a team environment.Suitable applicants should be friendly, proactive, and confident in liaising with staff and families to provide the best support possible for students. As a valued member of our dedicated staff, you will ideally be committed to building positive relationships and getting to know your students and how they learn best.Bannister Creek PS, located 14km southeast of Perth, caters for approximately 584 children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our state-of-the-art school has 18 classrooms, 5 early childhood classrooms, a contemporary library resource centre, an art/science specialist room, music room and a fully enclosed sports undercover area will ensure that we are able to meet the challenges of education in the 21st century.To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

• Sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents, and teaching professionals.
• Sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
• Ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.

Applications will be assessed against these work-related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Further information about Bannister Creek Primary School can be found by visiting orAdditional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor further job related information:Please contact Marnie Herbert, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9366 0907 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.Your application should include:

• A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.Eligibility and training requirementsEmployees will be required to:

• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.

Education Assistants working with Kindergarten students may be required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate lll in Education Support (or approved equivalent) in order to meet the educator-to-student ratio outlined in the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.Approved equivalent qualifications are published by theThe Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 24 July 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.